Lester Willis Young (August 27, 1909 – March 15, 1959), nicknamed "Prez", was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and clarinetist. He also played trumpet, violin, and drums.
Coming to prominence while a member of Count Basie's orchestra, Young was one of the most influential players on his instrument, playing with a cool tone and using sophisticated harmonies. He invented or popularized much of the hipster ethos which came to be associated with the music....

Vintage NYC Jazz NYC experienced a heyday of jazz in the 50s and 60s as musicians from the city pioneered new sounds in hard bebop and free jazz. This collection has all the best tracks from that innovative era